One of the most challenging parts of dating a member of the LDS church is that the religious orientation of the people you meet on a daily basis is not tattooed on their foreheads. If you live outside Utah, chances are the majority of people you meet with will not meet your number one criterion: being LDS. Although it may feel like your options are limited, there are steps you can take to meet more LDS singles.
How could I meet LDS singles?
One way to meet other LDS singles is to go toward activities or other singles activities set up through the ward. Not only will it be more comfortable and you'll have more fun that way, but also the obvious LDS question mark will be removed. It is easier to approach someone when you already know you are at least in the right general neighborhood. On the same note, if you want to find someone that meets your other preferences - for example, if you are Hispanic, African American, Indian - then you may want to focus your activities on ethnic LDS groups.
Also, find someone to help guide you through the process. Find a friend or elder with whom you can speak candidly about dating, love, and romance. You will find that most other LDS (especially church leadership, or the wives of church leaders) are very accepting of you and will help you when they can.
Online LDS dating?
An alternate option for meeting LDS singles is by joining an online LDS dating service. Depending on your location, there may really be a shortage of potential mates! If this is the case, you may want to try an online LDS dating site to meet people in other areas.
You are welcome to register and post your profile totally free. (DatingLocalSingles is a 100% free dating site and is also open to non-LDS members.)
DatingLocalSingles offers you the following:
1) Totally free service, register and contact other members without paying a cent.
2) Post your profile and search other member's profiles.
3) Add up to 5 pictures, and rate other member's pictures.
4) Forums to discuss dating, love, relationship and religious issues.